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Indie Bookstore Day: Where to go, what to read

Indie Bookstore Day: Where to go, what to read

Saturday is the third annual celebration of local bookstores. Get reading recommendations from stores around the state.
by Tracy Mumford

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Photos: Powwow aims to bridge Bemidji communities

Photos: Powwow aims to bridge Bemidji communities

An unusual powwow was held last weekend in Bemidji, Minn., with the aim of bringing white and Native American communities together.
by Monika Lawrence

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Range rebound? Cliffs reiterates plan to reopen two mines this year

Range rebound? Cliffs reiterates plan to reopen two mines this year

Officials with Cleveland-based Cliffs Natural Resources restated their intention to reopen Northshore Mining in Babbitt and Silver Bay next month in a conference call with investors Thursday morning. They also said United Taconite in Eveleth and Forbes will likely restart in the fourth quarter this year.
by Dan Kraker

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Judge seals search warrant in Prince death probe

Judge seals search warrant in Prince death probe

A judge OK'd a request from Carver County authorities to keep details secret, saying disclosure could hamper the ongoing investigation into Prince's death.
by Tim Nelson

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Questlove on Prince, doo-wop and the food equivalent of the 'Mona Lisa'

Questlove on Prince, doo-wop and the food equivalent of the 'Mona Lisa'

In his new book, "somethingtofoodabout," The Roots' drummer discusses the artistry involved in creating a great meal. "I'm more obsessed with the journey ... than the destination," Questlove says.

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Prince estate gets first court hearing Monday

Prince estate gets first court hearing Monday

Newly filed court documents state that Prince left no will before he died. Bremer Trust has been appointed special administrator for his estate and is tasked with identifying Prince's heirs.
by Brian Bakst

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Ex-Prince employees hope Paisley Park becomes museum

Ex-Prince employees hope Paisley Park becomes museum

What to do with Prince's famous motorcycle, his guitars, and purple suits? Former Prince employees say they want Paisley Park to be a "living" museum.
by Doualy Xaykaothao

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Sheriff petitions for concealed carry revocation

Winona County's sheriff wants to take away a Dresbach man's concealed carry gun permit because of a verbal confrontation.
by The Associated Press

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